ZADAR located in the center of the Croatian Adriatic, in the most
indented part of its archipelago, for centuries the capital of Dalmatia,
is one of the most popular Croatian tourist destinations. This archipelago
consists of 24 bigger and 300 small islands and reefs, 3 nature parks -
Telascica, North Velebit and Vrana and 5 national parks - Paklenica, Plitvice,
Kornati, Krka and Velebit are just some of the reasons to visit Zadar.
Zadar and the surrounding tourist region are located in the center of the
Croatian Adriatic, in the most indented part of the Adriatic archipelago. For
centuries the capital of Dalmatia and today the center of its northern part,
Zadar is a city with ritch cultural heritage what is visible at every step:
the Roman Forum, St. Donat, Romanesque church of St.Marie And St. Grisogono,
Cathedral St. Anastasia, the People's Square and many palaces are just some
of the reasons for coming.
Visit one of numerous restaurants and taverns of Zadar, taste local specialties
and famous maraschino liqueur. This unique drink was popular in European courts
(London, Vienna, Moscow), produced in Zadar since 1821.
During your stay in Zadar, do not miss the sunset. Famous Alfred Hitchcock
said: "It must be the most beautiful sunset in the world!" To complete
the experience, the largest sea organ in the world was built here together
with Greeting to the Sun consisting of three hundred multi-layered glass panels
through which the colors of the lights exchange in the rhythm of the waves
with the comforting sounds of the sea organ.
Summer fun in Zadar is guaranteed because of numerous interesting events such
as: Zadar of your dreams - international festival of contemporary theater,
Garden Festival, Zadar Theater summer, Mitra Zonata - festival of the sea organ,
Musical Evenings in St. Donat, the famous Full Moon Nights, when many boats
on the waterfront converted to floating stalls that offer the best tuna sardines,
cheese, brandy and other delicacies.
Marinas and Nautical harbors of Zadar
Nearby nautical centers are
We suggest you visit
- Roman Forum
- St.Marie Church
- St.Krsevan Church
- Cathedral of St Anastasia
- Sea organ
- Greeting the sun
Arriving in Zadar
By plane: airport Zadar (14 km)
By car:
- Zagreb 270 km
- Trieste 300 km
- Graz 520 km
- Viena 705 km
- Milan 700 km
Boat: Throughout the year Zadar is connected to the weekly
car ferry to Ancona while in the summer operates daily ferries and hydrofoil
catamaran in Miatours.